Software Integration & Test Engineer - Elint Systems

HawkEye 360 is seeking a Software Integration & Test Engineer to support continuous integration, regression testing, and quality assurance for our ELINT ground processing systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow into a dual-role position combining software test engineering with ELINT domain expertise. You will work closely with software engineering and ELINT analytics teams to ensure the quality and reliability of systems that process raw IQ data into high-quality ELINT geolocations. We are looking for a motivated engineer with strong testing and CI/CD experience who is eager to learn ELINT signal processing and grow into a technical role that bridges software engineering and signals intelligence. Your main responsibilities will be: Software Integration & CI/CD: Support continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for ELINT ground processing systems Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD workflows using tools such as Airflow, Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar platforms Coordinate software integration activities to ensure seamless data flow through processing pipelines Perform system integration testing of ELINT processing software components Monitor build and deployment processes, identifying and troubleshooting integration issues Maintain and improve test infrastructure, including test environments, data repositories, and validation frameworks Support software releases by executing release validation procedures and documenting test results Conduct data validation by comparing before-and-after datasets of ELINT geolocations Support troubleshooting efforts by systematically isolating and reproducing software defects Develop understanding of ELINT signal characteristics, emitter parameters, and geolocation principles Work closely with ELINT analysts to translate operational requirements into testable acceptance criteria Collaborate closely with software engineering, ELINT analysts and system operations teams Coordinate with test engineers and analysts to share knowledge and align on testing strategies Your skills and qualifications:Essential education and experience: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical field, or equivalent experience 4+ years of experience in software testing, integration, and quality assurance Strong experience with regression testing methodologies and impact assessment Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools and practices (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or similar) Proficiency with scripting and programming languages for test automation (Python, Bash, or similar) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail Self-motivated with strong initiative and ability to work independently Eagerness to learn ELINT domain knowledge and grow technical expertise in signals intelligence Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, mission-critical environments Desirable: Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field Exposure to ELINT, SIGINT, or RF signal processing concepts Background in signal processing, RF systems, or defense/intelligence applications We offer a compensation package that includes a competitive base salary plus annual performance bonus and benefits. We consider many factors when determining salary offers, such as candidate's work experience, education, training & skills, as well as market and business considerations. We are also open to considering candidates with experience and qualifications at a different level than required in a job posting, which may affect the compensation package offered.Salary Range$110,000—$145,000 USDCompany Overview: HawkEye 360 is equipping defense, intelligence, and national security leaders with mission-critical signals intelligence to enable faster, better decision making. By detecting, geolocating, and characterizing radio frequency emissions worldwide, HawkEye 360 delivers trusted domain awareness and early warning indicators to the US Government and allied partners. Our space-based collection, proprietary signal processing, and AI-powered analytics transform knowledge of RF spectrum into a strategic advantage. Proven by operational mission success, HawkEye 360 is redefining how signals intelligence strengthens national and global security. HawkEye 360 is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.